Director of Engineering

Six Senses; Milano; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A luxury hotel brand in Milan is seeking a Director of Engineering to oversee the Engineering department, ensuring sustainable practices and optimal maintenance of facilities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in hotel engineering roles. Proficiency in English and specialized certifications are also necessary for the successful candidate. Join this vibrant team and contribute to the hotel's commitment to wellness and exceptional experiences.

Competenze

• 6+ years of experience in general building maintenance or supervisory roles.
• Specialized expertise in various engineering fields.
• Experience in luxury hotels is preferred.

Mansioni

• Oversee efficient operation of the Engineering department.
• Improve maintenance practices for product optimization.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and financial requirements.

Conoscenze

Technical skills for analyzing and designing projects

Fluency in English

Knowledge in plumbing, electrical, mechanical fields

Supervisory skills

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Professional certification and licenses

Strumenti

EPA Level 3

HVAC systems

Descrizione del lavoro

As Director of Engineering, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them, embodying our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsibility, fun, quirkiness, and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, wellness, and extraordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars through strategic planning and development, ensuring all directives, practices, and initiatives are implemented, embraced, and adopted within the hotel.

Responsibilities

As Director of Engineering, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the Engineering department, including landscape and gardening, plant and equipment, technical work, carpentry, sustainability, fire and safety systems, and a preventative maintenance program to provide exceptional products and services within brand standards.

The duties and responsibilities include:

1. Continuously improve maintenance and engineering practices to ensure the product remains in optimal condition, aligned with Six Senses wellness and sustainability standards.
2. Ensure adequate staffing and organize external contractors as required.
3. Promote a cost-focused approach through training and education.
4. Possess technical skills to analyze and design projects, conduct investigations, and maintain full knowledge of engineering-related products and services used in resorts.
5. Establish and achieve financial targets related to revenue, profitability, and ROIC.
6. Operate the property in compliance with all legal, statutory, and financial requirements, including reporting systems, contractual obligations, security, safety protocols, communication, product and service standards, host management practices, and budget controls.

Qualifications

To succeed as Director of Engineering, candidates should have the necessary qualifications, technical skills, and experience in a similar role within luxury hotels, with proven results, including:

1. Some college or advanced vocational training, plus six years of experience in general building maintenance, construction, or supervisory roles, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, with over ten years’ experience in a similar hotel engineering role, is preferred.
2. Professional certification and licenses as required by law.
3. Specialized expertise in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry fields. Certifications such as Level 3 EPA, HVAC, refrigeration, licensed plumber, or journeyman status for electrician and carpenter may be required.
4. Fluency in English; additional languages are preferred. Ability to work in the EU.

The above overview is not exhaustive and serves as a general outline of the role and responsibilities for a Director of Engineering at Six Senses Milan. Six Senses Milan is an equal opportunity employer, applying this policy to all terms and conditions of employment.

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